2024 Dujiangyan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)
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Popular Attractions
Dujiangyan Scenic Spot
Mount Qingcheng
Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden (formerly known as Panda Paradise)
Panda Valley
Qingcheng Houshan
A serene escape to the nature 🌳
#forest
Nestled in the lush landscapes of China, Panda Valley offers a tranquil refuge and a unique opportunity to observe one of the world's most beloved creatures in a setting that closely mimics their natural habitat. This expansive forest reserve not only serves as a conservation area for giant pandas but also as an educational and research facility dedicated to preserving these majestic animals.
A Sanctuary for Pandas and Wildlife
Panda Valley is renowned for its efforts in panda conservation and research. Visitors can explore the forested paths and observe pandas lounging, eating bamboo, or playfully interacting in their enclosures. The reserve is designed to provide the pandas with an environment that is as natural as possible, enhancing both their well-being and the visitor experience.
Lush Forests and Rich Biodiversity
The valley is set against a backdrop of thick bamboo forests and pristine mountain streams, offering a perfect example of the natural beauty found in China's wilder regions. The area is teeming with biodiversity, hosting a variety of other wildlife species that contribute to the ecological richness of the habitat.
Educational Opportunities
Panda Valley is not just about panda conservation; it's also a center for education. The facility offers guided tours where experts share insights about the pandas and the conservation efforts underway to protect them. For those interested in wildlife and environmental science, the valley provides a compelling educational experience that is both informative and inspiring.
Visitor Tips
- Best Times to Visit: Early mornings or later in the afternoon are ideal for visiting, as pandas are more active during cooler parts of the day.
- Preparation: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring binoculars if you want a closer look at the pandas or other wildlife from a distance.
- Respect the Rules: Always follow the reserve's guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of the animals. Use quiet voices and keep movements gentle to avoid startling the wildlife.
#PandaValley #WildlifeConservation #PandaSanctuary #NatureEscape #EcoTourism
Mel小的我
Between the shadows of the bamboo.
Forget the years in the mountains
Summer solstice, cicadas, crows
The wind is pleasant, the clouds roll
A cup of tea, a window view
In front of the mottled window, sit, taste tea, meditate, empty
Everyone goes to the sea, and I go to the mountains on weekends.....
The rooms at Qingxia Mountain House are really private
270-degree sunlight glass room is all green
You can enjoy the private bath in the forest in the room at night
Twenty minutes of park effect and weekend nature effect
Really heal the tired heart after work
Cook_73~Hazel
A real-life Inception bookstore.
🕌Enter Zhongshuge, and you'll be greeted by a sea of books🏝️The large mirrored design, rotating bookshelf stairs, and four-dimensional magical sense of crossing make you feel like you're walking into a castle of books🥳
📍Address: No. 242, 2nd Floor, Sunac Mall, Zizhen Road, Dujiangyan City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province
🚗Transportation:
•🚕Self-driving: Navigate to "Sunac Mall Zhongshuge"
• 🚛Bus: Depart from Chengdu, about 1 hour by car, take the high-speed rail from Xipu Station of Chengdu Metro, about 20 minutes to Dujiangyan Station, then take a taxi for about 10 minutes, the fare is about CNY 10
•⚠️Parking: Sunac Mall has an underground parking lot, and there is also a parking building next to the Snow World and Water World (parking fee is CNY 15-20)
Moonbeam321000
First time visiting Dujiangyan, please copy this day tour route
💕 As the backyard and summer resort of Chengdu people, it is strongly recommended that those who travel to Chengdu should definitely reserve a day for Dujiangyan. Compared to Chengdu, this place is more fun and the scenery is more beautiful. Here, you can not only see cute giant and red pandas, but also retro and artistic streets, as well as the cool and pleasant evening breeze at Nanqiao. 💕
🚏 Route: Chengdu - Panda Valley - Yingtianwo Square - Guanxian Ancient City - Wenmiao Street/Wenmiao Mountain Street - West Street/Ming City Wall - Nanqiao - Chengdu
🚄 Chengdu - Dujiangyan: You can take a 30-minute bullet train from Xipu to Lidui Park Station, or take a tourist bus from Chunxi Road.
📍 Panda Valley:
Compared to the Panda Base in Chengdu, the environment here is more natural and primitive. There are more than 10 giant pandas and more than 20 red pandas in the park. You can see all the pandas by following the scenic route, but the red pandas are at the innermost part, so whether you can see them depends on your luck. Remember to book tickets in advance, 55r/person.
📍 Yingtianwo Square:
There is a huge selfie panda here, which is a must-visit spot in Dujiangyan. You can take photos like Dilraba Dilmurat. Moreover, it is very close to Lidui Park Station, and only 200 meters away from Xuanhua Gate of Guanxian Ancient City.
📍 Guanxian Ancient City:
This ancient city of Guanxian was built during the Northern and Southern Dynasties and is an ancient city that has accompanied the thousand-year-old Dujiangyan. It retains many buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Today, the ancient city serves as a supporting facility for the Dujiangyan Scenic Area, with many delicious foods and interesting shops inside.
📍 Wenmiao Street/Wenmiao Mountain Street:
Wenmiao Street is lined with antique ornaments, and there are three big characters "Dujiangyan" which are great for photos. At the end of the street, there is a cultural and creative shop, which is also great for photos. Wenmiao Mountain Street has many unique coffee shops, and Li Coffee at the corner is very popular.
📍 West Street/Ming City Wall:
West Street, built along the mountain, is the starting point of the Guansong Tea Horse Road. It still retains the old Chengdu style, with various foods and many artistic shops, making it very suitable for leisurely strolling and experiencing its unique charm.
📍 Nanqiao:
Nanqiao is an important passage connecting the ancient city and the Dujiangyan Scenic Area. The bridge corridor is designed in the style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. At night, the breeze with water vapor gently blows, which is very cool. Under the lights, the water appears light blue, which is what people call "blue tears". It's really beautiful.
🏕 Surrounding attractions: Dujiangyan Scenic Area, Qingcheng Mountain, Zhongshu Pavilion, these attractions are also worth visiting.
AuroraMystic7890123
Not New Zealand, but Chengdu! A Hobbit house from a fairy tale!
1.5 hours by car from downtown Chengdu
I found a Hobbit house in Dujiangyan that only exists in fairy tales
Someone really turned a fairy tale into reality
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The garden is full of flowers and plants
Each house is painted in color
Round houses and windows, even the stone steps are round
The moment I stepped in here, it really felt like I had entered a fairy tale world!!
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The chairs on the desk in the house are smaller than normal size
Sitting on it feels like sitting in a dwarf's house
Hahahaha! What an interesting setting~
There is also an exclusive private soup behind each hut
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Here is surrounded by forests
There is also a trail for walking behind the homestay
There is also a bar on the fourth floor of the homestay
Very close to the front and back of Qingcheng Mountain
Really stay for a few days and you won't feel tired at all!!
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🕍Qingcheng Homestay
📍No. 21, Group 5, Shaping Community, Dujiangyan City
Finley&&
Happy｜Finally took a picture of the giant panda in Dujiangyan.
Finally took a picture of the giant panda I've always wanted to take.
If you don't know where to go during the Mid-Autumn Festival, head to Dujiangyan from Chengdu in 1 hour.
Enjoy a relaxing day without having to rush around.
Dujiangyan Citywalk Route for a Relaxing Day
Yantianwo Giant Panda Base + Guanxian Ancient City + Ming City Wall + Wenmiao Street + Lingyou Temple South Bridge (go see the blue tears at night)
Be a free-spirited traveler. There are many small shops on Wenmiao Street. I went to the recently popular "Wallbianbian".
Drink tea, take photos, rest...
The Mid-Autumn Festival is coming soon. Plan a relaxing trip for yourself.
BlossomingTulip
If you only have one day in Dujiangyan, just copy this route.
When you come to Chengdu, you must leave one day for Dujiangyan!
This is a worry-free guide that doesn't retrace your steps, just copy it!
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🚇 Take the Chengdu subway to Xipu Station, Exit A1
Transfer to the tourist bus line to Lidui Park Station (10 yuan)
⚠️ It is recommended to visit Panda Valley first (take the tourist bus directly to Panda Valley from Lidui Park), then take the tourist bus line back to Lidui Park Station, and start Citywalk from Yangtianwo Square
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🌟 Tour route:
1️⃣ Yangtianwo Square
Get off at Lidui Park Station and you will see the same giant panda as Dilraba's selfie! Start taking photos as soon as you get off the bus. You can stand on the head of the panda and take photos in the same pose as the panda, or you can take photos on the stairs of the panda's head.
2️⃣ Guanxian Ancient City Xuanhua Gate
Yangtianwo Square is diagonally across the street from the Xuanhua Gate of Guanxian Ancient City.
3️⃣ Guanxian Ancient City
Once you enter through the Xuanhua Gate, you are in Guanxian Ancient City. There are many shops and restaurants along the way. You will pass through Baifu Gate and the Water Conservancy Office Ruins.
4️⃣ Yuelu Mountain
Walk forward from the Water Conservancy Office and you will reach Yuelu Mountain (take this route to Dujiangyan Scenic Area). The City God Temple is also on the mountain. If you don't want to go, you can walk towards Wenmiao Street on the right.
5️⃣ Wenmiao Street
There are many second-hand items on display along the way, which feels like the 1980s. Walk down Wenmiao Street and pass by Wenmiao. The red wall outside is also a great place to take photos! You can also visit Wenmiao. There is no entrance fee. There are shops and noodle restaurants with Dujiangyan stickers on the opposite side.
6️⃣ Wenmiaoshan Street
Take a break and have a cup of coffee here. Li coffee, where many people take photos, is at the end of Wenmiao Street.
7️⃣ Nanjie➡️ Xijie
At the intersection of Nanxi Street, there is a 200-meter-long ancient city wall - Ming City Wall. You can also overlook the ancient city from the wall.
8️⃣ Langqiao
The lights turn on at 7:00 every day. The Langqiao at night is completely different from the Langqiao during the day. It's so beautiful! It looks green to the naked eye, but it's blue when you take photos with your phone. It's really amazing!
9️⃣ Yangheliu Snack Street (Lou Wai Lou Snack Street)
A night market street with tons of snacks! It's all in one place!
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That's the end of the day's itinerary. If you want to return to Chengdu, take a car🚗 from Lidui Park.
If you don't want to return, you can find a hotel in Guanxian Ancient City and continue to have fun the next day!
Mia Wilson Aiden
🇨🇳If you only have 3 days in Chengdu, here’s the must-go!
#myitinerary
3-Day Travel Itinerary in Chengdu, China
📝 Day 1: Dujiangyan and Panda Research
Begin with the ancient Dujiangyan Irrigation System, then visit the Chengdu Panda Base to see giant pandas.
📝 Day 2: ChunXi Road Shopping
Spend your day on ChunXi Road, Chengdu’s premier shopping area, and check out the iconic IFS Building's giant panda sculpture.
📝 Day 3: Cultural Exploration
Tour 宽窄箱子 for a taste of traditional Chengdu and explore the vibrant 东郊记忆 (East Suburb Memory), a hub for art and nightlife.
✨Must-Visit Attractions
1. Panda Research Base: See giant pandas in a naturalistic setting.
2. Dujiangyan Irrigation System: Marvel at this ancient marvel still in use today.
3. 东郊记忆 (East Suburb Memory): Experience Chengdu’s cultural and nightlife scene.
4. IFS Building: Snap a photo with the climbing panda sculpture.
🍜Must-Try Food
1. Hotpot Restaurant: Experience Chengdu’s fiery hotpot.
2. Chen Mapo Tofu: Try the spicy, authentic Mapo Tofu.
3. Jinli Street Snacks: Enjoy local snacks like spicy rabbit head.
🏨 Recommended Accommodation
宽融套房太古里 (Taikoo Li Kuanrong Suite)
Stay in the heart of Chengdu’s shopping and nightlife district for convenience and excitement.
📷 Photo Spots
1. Anshun Bridge: Ideal for night photography with stunning lights.
2. Wuhou Shrine: Perfect for capturing ancient architecture.
3. Chunxi Road at Night: Vibrant street scenes and neon lights.
💡Tips
- Comfortable footwear is a must.
- Utilize Chengdu’s efficient metro system for easy travel.
- For fewer crowds, visit the Panda Base early in the morning.
This concise itinerary ensures a rich blend of Chengdu’s best historical sites, cultural spots, and modern attractions.
#100waysoftravel
#bookstoresandgalleries
Magic is a must-have label for Zhong Shuge
There is an infinite sense of space when you enter.
It seems to have come to Hogwarts College in Harry Potter. * Super magical "Inception Space" All kinds of interspersed arched doorways and rotating stairs stroll among them, as if they had lost time and space.
Venue: Zhong Shuge, 2nd floor, Rongchuangmao, Dujiangyan (Sunachuangmao Store)
Time: There are relatively few people from 10 a.m. to 13 a.m. on weekdays, and 14-16 p.m. is okay.
E-strategy:
After entering the door, go inside and look for the rotating stairs.
2 There are relatively few people on the second floor, and the view is good from top to bottom. Even if there are many people downstairs, you can grasp the camera position and capture good photos.
Photography equipment: wide-angle (no matter the mobile phone camera should be wide-angle) wide-angle
That's why there is such a magical sense of space.
NomadicRH
Chengdu | Such a stunning bookstore, how can you keep it to yourself?
| Such a stunning bookstore, how can you keep it to yourself?
🎇Chengdu | Such a stunning bookstore, how can you keep it to yourself❗
The long-awaited bookstore trip has finally come true this time!
👉Dujiangyan Zhongshuge, here I come💖💖
Dujiangyan Zhongshuge, known as the 'most beautiful bookstore' in Chengdu🎖️. It features a unique mirror design, with a circular structure and mirrored ceiling that creates an incredible visual impact! Stepping inside feels like entering a real-life Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, making it a perfect spot for photos💯
🎫Tickets: Free🆓
🕙Opening hours: 10:00—21:00
📍Address: Chengdu Dujiangyan Zhongshuge
🚗How to get to Zhongshuge:
🚗By car: Navigate to 'Dujiangyan Zhongshuge', it's about a 1-hour drive from Chengdu.
🚄By public transport: If not driving, take the high-speed train from Chengdu Metro Xipu Station to Dujiangyan Station, which takes about 20 minutes, then a 10-minute taxi ride to the bookstore.
📷Photo tips:
🎽Wear brightly colored clothes for amazing photos📸
🎯Use a wide-angle lens if necessary for stunning effects.
💡Remember it's a bookstore, so keep quiet and don't disturb other readers.
🕙To avoid crowds, visit during non-peak hours, or arrive before the bookstore opens at 10:00 to take photos without interruption📸📸
aelar_1022
After the age of 30, accommodation should emphasize quality
The homestay, built around a century-old ginkgo tree, retains the natural growth state of the tree in its overall design. A white building seems to be embedded in the scenery.
🌳 Su Yun Xi · Private Hot Spring Villa
🚩 Homestay Location:
Located in the Qingcheng Back Mountain Scenic Area, it faces the mountains and fields, backed by ten thousand acres of forest, with a distant view of overlapping mountains. The unique natural ecology is a natural oxygen bar, immersing oneself in the mountains and returning to a slow-paced natural life.
📍 Navigation Address: No. 6, Group 7, Taian Community, Qingchengshan Town, Dujiangyan City, Sichuan Province
Transportation Distance:
① Self-driving: Depart from Chengdu, 2h direct;
② Public transportation: Take the high-speed train from Xipu Station to Qingchengshan Station and then take a taxi for half an hour to arrive;
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🛋 ｜ Homestay Design:
The indoor space on the first floor is treated with a sunken design, with the bottom floor elevated and large windows on all sides. The surrounding courtyard is surrounded by water landscapes, making the building look like it is floating on water; the unique cave theme indoors makes the entire space transparent and spacious, full of nature and wildness.
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🏩 ｜ Homestay Rooms
The homestay has a total of 22 rooms with different scenic views, each room over 50 square meters, spacious and comfortable, full of vacation feeling. The interior is designed in a creamy style, elegant and warm, with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows framing the green mountains. The indoor space leaves blank areas to focus more on the stunning mountain views and the century-old ginkgo tree outside the window. Enjoy the mountains, see the trees, and watch the moon, using the dual relaxation of time and space in the mountains to heal the body and mind.
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🛁 ｜ Supporting Facilities
① Infinity heated pool
② 360-degree viewing terrace, semi-open meeting and tea break space
③ Coffee and bar: offering day coffee and night drinks, with a vintage design
④ Restaurant: seasonal breakfast, specialty Chinese cuisine, gathering barbecue
⑤ Ginkgo tree garden: swing under the tree, garden landscape courtyard, exquisite afternoon tea
⑥ Photo spots: Southeast Asian style tree house, rooftop arch terrace, red spiral staircase, cute pet sculptures
⑦ Others: lawn camping area, mahjong room, cave-style indoor leisure area (Kung Fu tea room), outdoor activities (open-air movies, outdoor live performances)
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🌿 ｜ Surrounding Attractions
Qingcheng Back Mountain Longyin Gorge Boardwalk — 30min walk
Taian Ancient Town, Taian Ancient Temple — 8min drive
Qingcheng Front Mountain Scenic Area — 1h drive
Dujiangyan Irrigation Project Scenic Area — 40min drive
Pandas — 30min drive
Scarlett.Robinson.68
Not to brag, but Dujiangyan is way more fun than Chengdu!
Today, I must strongly recommend a hidden gem city to everyone—Dujiangyan🌳. I've been to Dujiangyan many times, and now I'm giving you a nanny-level travel guide. Make sure to keep it handy before you go🙋, just follow it and have fun.
🚄Public Transportation:
Chengdu—Xipu Fast Train Station—Dujiangyan (Lidui Park Station)
🧾Travel Route:
✔️Yangtianwo Square: There are super cute selfie pandas here, make sure to take a photo with this famous landmark.
✔️Wenmiao Street: There are many second-hand items from the 80s here, taking photos here is super retro and full of a sense of the era, and there is also a temple to visit.
✔️Wenmiao Mountain Street: It is known as the little Seoul of Dujiangyan. On a hillside, there are many coffee shops along the road, and any random shot can turn out great.
✔️Yulei Mountain: This is a park in Dujiangyan County where you can hike. It's very relaxing and free, stroll around and fully enjoy nature.
✔️Guanxian Ancient City: Highly recommend coming here at night. Besides feeling the ancient atmosphere, you can also see the stunning blue tears of Nanqiao.
🕌Accommodation Recommendations:
If you only go for a day trip, it might be a bit rushed, so it's recommended to stay in Dujiangyan for a night to fully experience the oxygen-rich life surrounded by nature⛰️.
Aroma·Book Fragrance·Qingcheng Mountain, it is located halfway up Qingcheng Mountain. The entire homestay is surrounded by mountains and forests, the temperature is particularly pleasant, and the air is incredibly fresh. Its design style leans towards a wooden bookish style, with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering an excellent visual experience. The rooftop terrace is a highlight, where you can overlook the rolling mountains, scattered forests, and curling smoke in the distance... Wow, you are instantly healed.
💕Dujiangyan is truly a charming place, come and start a wonderful journey here.
gwendolyn_hale_94
The beautiful scenery of Mount Qingcheng is truly stunning and worth a visit
Known as 'Seeking the Way at Mount Qingcheng,' it enjoys the reputation of 'The Most Secluded Place in the World.' This place is famous for its natural landscape, surrounded by peaks, lush forests, and evergreen trees throughout the year. Mount Qingcheng is divided into two parts: the front mountain and the back mountain. The front mountain is primarily focused on Taoist culture, with numerous ancient sites and Taoist temples such as Tianshi Cave and Shangqing Palace. The back mountain is known for its natural scenery, offering tranquil views suitable for hiking and summer retreats. The air in Mount Qingcheng is fresh, with a high content of negative oxygen ions, making people feel physically and mentally pleasant. The architectural complexes here blend seamlessly with the mountains and forests, giving a sense of tranquility and harmony.
AAD. Sarah 3547
Just returned from Dujiangyan! Ask me anything! Here's a one-day tour guide~
A person who writes and takes photos, loves traveling on the road, nice to meet you~
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Summer in Dujiangyan is really healing!
I've been to Dujiangyan more than five times,
I still really like this small town.
Especially in summer, walking slowly near Nanqiao,
it's really pleasant and cool~
Friends planning to come to Dujiangyan during the summer vacation,
hurry up and keep this guide.
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🚅 Depart from Xipu, Chengdu, take the bullet train to Lidui Park Station in Dujiangyan, only 10r, it takes just over twenty minutes.
(ps: Dujiangyan Station is a bit farther, remember to buy a ticket to Lidui Park)
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✔️ Panda Valley, 🎫55
Opens at 8 am, it's recommended to visit in the morning during summer, as it gets too hot in the afternoon and the pandas might not come out or just sleep. If you want to go to Panda Valley, it's recommended to take the 7.27 train, and then take a taxi to Panda Valley, arriving around 8 am.
Here you can watch giant pandas and red pandas up close, especially the red pandas, which might come out to your side, super cute.
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Citywalk area: from Yangtianwo Square ➡️ Guankou Ancient Town ➡️ Ming City Wall ➡️ West Street ➡️ Nanqiao ➡️ Wenmiao Street ➡️ Wenmiaoshan Street
✔️ Check-in at Yangtianwo for a selfie with the panda
After watching the pandas, take a taxi back to Yangtianwo Square to check in for a popular selfie 🤳🏻 with the panda, and take photos like Dilraba Dilmurat. The giant panda is really photogenic.
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✔️ Stroll through Guankou Ancient Town
Opposite the selfie panda is Guankou Ancient Town, which has many special snacks, such as fried potatoes, fermented rice balls, scallion rolls, soy milk buns... The Ming City Wall is also inside the ancient town, as well as West Street, all great places to explore.
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✔️ Wenmiao Street
After coming out of Guankou Ancient Town, you can visit the old street Wenmiao Street~ There are many retro old items here, great for photos and check-ins.
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✔️ Nanqiao
The water at Nanqiao is really beautiful, and it's super cool to enjoy the breeze on the bridge. If you want to see the blue tears, you can have dinner first and then come back when it gets dark. In summer, it usually gets dark around 8 pm.
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✔️ Dujiangyan Scenic Area
Dujiangyan Scenic Area is right next to Guankou Ancient Town. If you plan to visit Panda Valley, the schedule might be tight.
So for a one-day trip, if you don't want to be too tired or rushed, choose either Panda Valley or Dujiangyan Scenic Area, and spend the remaining time on the citywalk route above.
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You can watch the blue tears in the evening, then 🚄 return to Chengdu~ The latest train 🚄 is at 21.55, so there's plenty of time.
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Thanks for reading, see you next time 👋🏻
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Simmons_Chloe_49
When bringing children to Chengdu, you must set aside two days for a trip to Dujiangyan (with strategy guide)
"Pay homage to the water at Dujiangyan, seek the way at Mount Qingcheng"
If you come to Chengdu and don't visit Mount Qingcheng and Dujiangyan! You've really missed out!
Ladies! Bring your kids to Chengdu for a summer vacation! Take this advice! Spare two days for Dujiangyan, avoid the crowds and follow this route!
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Two-day overnight itinerary for Dujiangyan (all free of charge)
day1️⃣ Chengdu-Xipu Station-Dujiangyan Lidui Park Station - Yingtianwo Panda - Guanxian Ancient City—Ming City Wall—Nanqiao Night View—Tianfu Source Corridor Bridge
day2️⃣ Panda Valley - Dujiangyan Scenic Area—-Return to Chengdu
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First stop: Yingtianwo
Right outside Lidui Park High-speed Train Station is Yingtianwo Square, where you can take a selfie with the lying giant panda, super cute, and get the same pose as Dilraba.
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Second stop: Guanxian Ancient City
Enter the ancient city from Xuanhua Gate, the old streets are full of life...
Along the way, there are many distinctive snacks and artistic streets for photo ops.
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Third stop: Ming City Wall
A quiet spot within the hustle where you can overlook the scenery of West Street from a 200m stretch of the city wall.
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Fourth stop: Nanqiao Night View
You must come at night! The lights are on from eight to eight-thirty.
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Fifth stop: Tianfu Source Corridor Bridge
The prime spot to capture the 'blue tears'.
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🏠About accommodation
Stay near Nanqiao, close to each scenic spot, slowly enjoy the nightlife, very convenient for families with elderly and children. We stayed at 'Guishu Gongzuo Private Hot Spring B&B', with full floor-to-ceiling windows offering a stunning view, surrounded by greenery, instantly uplifting our mood! Watching the panda group from the rooftop was so relaxing, all the fatigue from work disappeared, this is the right way to enjoy a vacation! Lazy, comfortable, and pleasant!
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Day2 sleep in, then take the kids to Panda Valley
Compared to the Panda Base, no need to queue or squeeze through crowds, and you can walk with the baby pandas. They are usually more active in the morning, so it's recommended to go early,
then head to the Dujiangyan Scenic Area, this 'World Cultural Heritage' site includes the irrigation system (Fish Mouth, Feisha Weir, Baopingkou), Lidui Park, and Yulei Mountain. Enjoy the mountains and water along the way, take photos, and feel at ease!
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The entire route is easy and fun, not tiring at all, and you can take many photos of a lifetime, truly a trip worth taking!~
solerian_3245
Dujiangyan will punish everyone who doesn't make a travel plan! (Hotel Edition)
Friends traveling to Chengdu
Don't miss Dujiangyan!
Guanxian Ancient City Blue Tears Old Street of Time
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Route Arrangement
Yangtianwo Selfie Panda - Guanxian Ancient City - Wenmiao Street - Nanqiao (Stay at Dujiangyan Nanqiao Guishu Gongzuo Private Hot Spring Homestay)
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The homestay is right opposite the core scenic area of Dujiangyan
It's just a few minutes' walk to Guanxian Ancient City and Nanqiao
Very convenient for eating, lodging, and traveling
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As a panda fanatic
I really, really like this place
You can see 🐼 decorations everywhere
The rooftop tiles are all 🐼
So cute～
The homestay also offers free Hanfu for photo ops📷
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I didn't expect that for just 100+ per person, you can stay in such a satisfying homestay
During the day, City walk in Dujiangyan
At night, have a delicious meal
Return to the homestay for a private hot spring bath
Watch the stars, feel the breeze, and have a late-night snack on the rooftop!
A perfect day, so chill～
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WandererWonderland!
The blue tears of Dujiangyan are so magical
"Dujiangyan's splendid waterscape, breathing long towards the Taihang mountains" When the grand scenes from ancient poems come into reality, the water here runs green like jade, the ancient dykes, the fish-mouth levee, the Feisha Weir, the Baopingkou... all tell the tale of the ancient people's wisdom and hard work. People return, but their hearts remain in Dujiangyan
📍Attraction address: Dujiangyan City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province
🚗Transportation to the attraction:
Public transportation: Take the subway line 2 to Xipu Station, then transfer to a high-speed train to Dujiangyan Station or Lidui Park Station.
Self-driving: Chengguan Expressway goes directly to Dujiangyan.
Opening hours:
08:00-18:00 (March 2nd - November 30th)
08:00-17:30 (December 1st - next year March 1st)
👍️Must-visit attractions:
🐼Ying Tian Wo Square
The iconic giant panda is a must-visit for a lovely check-in! Can't help but take pictures
Guangxian Ancient City
Next to Ying Tian Wo Square is the entrance to Guangxian Ancient City's Xuanhua Gate, which is within walking distance. There are quite a few interesting buildings inside, where you can stroll and take pictures. Walking along the mountain edge of Guangxian Ancient City leads to West Street! Coming out of West Street, you can see the Ming City Wall
Ming City Wall
The Ming City Wall has a history of thousands of years and offers a panoramic view of Guangxian City
Wenmiao Street
Wenmiao Street is full of life, with many antique and miscellaneous shops, great for photography! (The "Dujiangyan Check-in Wall" is right here)
Wenmiao Mountain Street
This street has many artistic shops, and each one is photogenic📸
Recommended corner coffee shop! Really photogenic
Nanqiao Night View
"The glowing blue tears" are really worth seeing! The lights are turned on around 8:00 pm
🎟️Ticket information: 80💰/person
💗Other tips:
Dujiangyan has a humid climate, it is recommended to carry rain gear.
When visiting the water conservancy project, pay attention to safety and do not climb the railings. Respect local religious and cultural customs, and take care of the environment.
Roberts Anthony Tony
Chengdu 1h| Listen to advice! Climbing Qingcheng Back Mountain might be easier this way!
| Listen to advice! Climbing Qingcheng Back Mountain might be easier this way!.🌿 Qingcheng Back Mountain, as Chengdu's backyard, is also a summer resort! Please accept this guide!
As a local, I have been there many times, and this time I have summarized an easy hiking route for everyone!
Qingcheng Back Mountain is actually a loop, and at the end, I have attached the loop map we walked!
⭐️There are two entrances:
Wulonggou entrance and Taian Ancient Town entrance, if you hike up the mountain, both sides are uphill!
On the Taian Ancient Town side, you can take a section of the Jinli cable car up, then walk to Baiyun Temple or directly descend from Wulonggou, which is more effortless!
📝Route Strategy:
Route 1️⃣: Wulonggou-Youyi Village-Cuiying Lake, return the same way, this section is suitable for families and beginners, it won't take too long, and the most beautiful scenery is also here, 🈶 many waterfalls!
Route 2️⃣: Taian Ancient Town-Cuiying Lake-Youyi Village-Wulonggou
We chose this loop! It took us 3 hours
Route 3️⃣: Taian Ancient Town-Cuiying Lake-Baiyun Wondrous Caves-Baiyun Temple-Reclining Buddha Cave-Youyi Village-Wulonggou Hiking the whole journey takes no less than 5 hours, and taking photos along the way takes 6 hours.
Taking the cable car:
You can take the Baiyun cable car up the mountain from Youyi Village, 30 yuan/person
You can take the Jinli cable car down the mountain from Cuiying Lake, 30 yuan/person
⭐️:
✅There are vendors selling things all the way up the mountain, so you don't need to carry too much, but even water is more expensive, as it's carried up by people!
✅The mountain roads inside are quite wet and slippery, bring a good walking stick!
✅Nowadays, there are quite a few people during the weekdays, and the mountain roads are narrow, so you can start early to go up the mountain for a visit! Travel off-peak!
✅For those driving 🚗, you can park your car in the ancient town, which saves you a bit of walking!
✅For those going up the mountain from Wulonggou, you can navigate 🧭 to Wulonggou parking lot, which is convenient, or you can park in the ancient town, and take a shuttle bus when coming down, 10 yuan/person
📍: Qingcheng Back Mountain
🚄: Take the high-speed train from Chengdu Xipu to Qingchengshan Station, 30min. Be sure to buy round-trip high-speed train tickets in advance, and don't buy the return ticket too early.
🚌: Take a taxi from Qingchengshan Station to the back mountain scenic area entrance, or you can take a direct bus to and from the scenic area for 30 yuan to the entrance, and there is also a direct bus on the right-hand side of the high-speed train station, with a 30-minute journey.
🚗: Self-driving can go directly to the ancient town, or you can park at the tourist center
🎫: 20 yuan/person
Reed_42+Hazel
Qingcheng Mountain, the best hiking route for the entire journey!
Chengdu tourism, don't forget to leave a day for Qingcheng Mountain, which not only has the reputation of 'Qingcheng the most secluded under heaven', but is also a World Cultural Heritage site, a 5A scenic area, and the birthplace of Taoist famous mountains.
How to get to Qingcheng Mountain:
Take the subway from Chengdu city center to Xipu Station, then transfer to Cheng-Guan Intercity to Qingcheng Mountain Station, the whole journey takes 23 minutes, and the ticket price is 10 yuan.
Why choose Qingcheng Mountain:
As a famous Taoist mountain, Qingcheng Mountain not only has beautiful natural scenery but also has a profound cultural heritage.
How to play in Qingcheng Mountain:
Qingcheng Front Mountain: The woods are lush and the Taoist temples are numerous, it is a perfect combination of nature and culture.
Recommended route: Jianfu Palace → Natural Pictures → Quanzhen Temple → Tianshi Cave → Chaoyang Cave → Laojun Pavilion → Shangqing Palace → Ciyun Pavilion → Yuecheng Lake → Natural Pavilion
Ticket price: 80 yuan, cable car one-way 35 yuan, round-trip 60 yuan, the whole hiking journey is about 4 hours.
Qingcheng Back Mountain: The peaks are exquisite and the quiet springs are everywhere, making it even more serene and peaceful.
Recommended route: Taian Ancient Town → Wulong Gully → Youyi Village → Reclining Buddha Cave → Baiyun Temple → Guanyin Thirty-two Response Body Cave → Baiyun Ancient Village → Cuiying Lake
Ticket price: 20 yuan, cable car is optional, the whole hiking journey is about 5 hours.
How to get there:
To go to Qingcheng Front Mountain, you need to transfer to a scenic shuttle bus in front of Qingcheng Mountain Station, which costs 20 yuan; to go to the Back Mountain, you can take a direct bus to Taian Ancient Town, round-trip 30 yuan.
Food recommendations:
Qingcheng Mountain's cured meat, cured ribs, and cured sausage are famous throughout the city, don't miss them on the road.
Precautions:
Tickets need to be purchased in advance, especially the return tickets after 5 pm.
There are places selling water and food in the scenic area, so there is no need to carry too much up the mountain.
Qingcheng Mountain, a place that lets you slow down, take a deep breath, and enjoy the tranquility.
CollinsBenjamin8
Shocked! Must-visit attractions in Chengdu, you don't even know yet
Baozis😜😜😜, Chengdu is a super awesome place🥳🥳🥳! It's located in the middle of our great Sichuan🤩🤩🤩, full of endless vitality and unique charm👏👏👏!
🎈Plan your tour itinerary😎:
Day1👉 Wuhou Shrine - Jinli, first experience the charm of the Three Kingdoms culture😜, then stroll around the ancient-style Jinli😃.
Day2👉 Du Fu Thatched Cottage - Qingyang Palace - Wenshu Monastery - Chunxi Road, a day full of culture, religion, and fashion all in one🤩.
Day3👉 Qingcheng Mountain - Dujiangyan, both the beautiful scenery and the great water conservancy project are not to be missed👍.
🎈9 must-visit attractions😎:
👉Wuhou Shrine (Opening hours: 09:00-18:00): A holy place for fans of the Three Kingdoms🧐, as if you can hear the sounds of ancient battles👏.
👉Jinli: An ancient-style street😃, full of various local snacks and handicrafts😍.
👉Du Fu Thatched Cottage (Opening hours: 09:00-18:00): The former residence of the Sage of Poetry👀, feel the charm of poetry🤩.
👉Qingyang Palace: A Taoist holy site🙏, with a unique architectural style👍.
👉Wenshu Monastery: A peaceful and serene Buddhist temple😃, where the soul can find a moment of tranquility🙏.
👉Chunxi Road: A gathering place for fashion👗, a paradise for shopping and gourmet food🎉.
👉Qingcheng Mountain (Opening hours: 08:00-17:00): Rolling hills🌲, fresh air🍀, a natural oxygen bar🤩.
👉Dujiangyan: A World Cultural Heritage site👍, a miracle of water conservancy engineering👏, the wisdom of the ancients is astounding👀.
🎈Features of these 9 attractions🤩:
Wuhou Shrine offers paid guided tours🎙️, allowing you to understand the Three Kingdoms culture more deeply🧐.
Qingyang Palace and Wenshu Monastery have rich and colorful religious activities👼, where you can experience the religious atmosphere🙏.
Qingcheng Mountain and Dujiangyan offer breathtaking natural scenery😍, every snapshot is a masterpiece📷.
Chunxi Road represents the trend of fashion👗, with all kinds of brands and gourmet food available🥳.
🎈Tips for personal travel experiences😎:
🔸Check the weather forecast in advance👀, and bring appropriate clothing according to the season👚.
🔸Make sure to book tickets and accommodations in advance🎫, especially during the tourist season👯.
🔸Obey traffic rules🚦, and pay attention to travel safety🚏.
🔸When tasting food, be mindful of hygiene and personal taste😋, and avoid waste👏.
🎈The temptation of local delicacies is here😍:
👉Hotpot😍: So spicy and flavorful👄, unforgettable once you've tried it😜.
👉Chuan Chuan Xiang🍢: A variety of ingredients to mix and match👏, enjoy the taste of freedom😝.
👉Dan Dan Noodles🍜: Smooth and chewy👍, fragrant and overflowing👏.
👉Zhong Dumplings🥟: Rich filling👀, a unique taste that lingers😜.
👉Ice Jelly🍧: Cool and refreshing👄, relieves spiciness and greasiness👍.
Chengdu, this charming city🎉🎉🎉, is rich in history, culture, food, and beautiful scenery👏👏👏. The people here are warm and hospitable😝😝😝, making you feel the warmth of home🥰🥰🥰. What are you waiting for🤔🤔🤔? Hurry up and come to Chengdu🎈🎈🎈, let's embark on this wonderful journey together💕💕💕!
Foster~Ella
You definitely shouldn't go to Panda Valley in Chengdu
Because you'll regret not going sooner
Meat Gate will live forever🐼
I really love Mei Lan's chubbiness
She truly is the number one female star of Panda Valley
Entered the park just before 1 PM, all the other little pandas were asleep
Only Meat Meat was still open for an extended standby
Playing with water, posing for photos, parkour❗️
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P1 Meat Meat posing with bamboo (leftover from the morning
P2 Meat Meat lying flat but can't push up (really super cute
P3-4 Sneak shots of Meat Meat, every single one is beautiful
P5-6 Oreo is eating, Oreo is now very clean
P7 Shu Xiang baby is eating, the small table is still quite neat
P8-10 Can't remember which two babies these are
P11-12 Little pandas eating is really healing
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I really love giant pandas
The panda head🐼 is me
Both camera batteries ran out of power🪫
griffith_4254
Although it feels crowded, I have to admit that it's still the easiest place to produce films
"5D" Internet-famous bookstore📚 This time I came here on purpose
Check in at the bookstore that is claimed to be the most beautiful in Chengdu!
The bookstore's design is very distinctive, very beautiful! But it doesn't feel very astonishing
The two-story bookstore is actually much smaller than imagined, mainly relying on mirror effects, and there is a bit of a gap compared to the one I admired in concept
📷Mirror refraction effect, suitable for taking pictures from the upper floor
Suitable for taking photos, and indeed suitable for reading📖
Because there aren't as many people as imagined, even the mall is empty
Many people come to take photos, like me...
Dujiangyan·Chengdu
SAMANTHA MEDINA
You're so silly not to promote such a beautiful bookstore in Chengdu
I've been thinking about this bookstore for a long time
I finally made this wish come true
Dujiangyan Zhongshuge, I'm here💗💗
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Dujiangyan Zhongshuge is known as the most beautiful bookstore in Chengdu, featuring a mirror design and a circular structure. The reflection effect of the ceiling mirrors is stunning! It feels like walking into a real-life Hogwarts, perfect for taking photos and checking in💯
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🎫: Free🆓
⏰: 10:00—21:00
📍: Dujiangyan Zhongshuge, Chengdu
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How to get to Zhongshuge‼️‼️
🚗: Drive to Dujiangyan Zhongshuge, about 1 hour from Chengdu
🚄: If you don't drive, take the high-speed train from Chengdu's Xipu Station to Dujiangyan Station, then about 10 minutes by taxi
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Photo spots📸
1️⃣Putting someone on the spiral staircase looks very nice
2️⃣Taking a top-down shot from the second floor is also a good choice
3️⃣Taking a wide-angle shot from below the spiral staircase can capture the entire bookstore
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Photo tips‼️
✅Wearing bright clothes for photos is very photogenic📸
✅Use an ultra-wide lens if necessary for great shots
✅This is a bookstore, keep quiet and do not disturb other readers
✅To avoid crowds, stay away from weekends and holidays, or arrive before the bookstore opens at ten to take advantage of the fewer people and snap away📸📸
_25_1995_Dylan
Selfie with the Giant Panda and 'Blue Tears' at Dujiangyan, Sichuan
In spring, Dujiangyan in Sichuan can be a bit sultry, but fortunately, the hotel is not far from Yangtianwo and Nanqiao, allowing for cool evening selfies with the famous selfie panda and a view of the 'Blue Tears' at the end of Nanqiao.
The selfie panda is a giant art sculpture donated by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman, located in the Yangtianwo Plaza of Dujiangyan. This panda is 26 meters long, 11 meters wide, 12 meters high, and weighs 130 tons. Its relaxed and comfortable posture attracts many people to take photos. There are also many small stalls in Yangtianwo Plaza selling various cute souvenirs.
The 'Blue Tears' can be seen at Nanqiao. If you don't want to squeeze with the crowd in the ancient town, you can watch near Yangtianwo Plaza like I did, and still take many beautiful photos.
Cw_life
Sichuan's Dujiangyan Sanlian Taofen Bookstore: A Comprehensive Bookstore Coffee Shop Next to the Scenic Area
The weather in Dujiangyan is a bit stuffy in spring. By chance, I walked into the tourist center next to the ancient city scenic area and found a surprisingly comprehensive bookstore. Entering the bookstore, you are immediately enveloped in a quiet and cozy atmosphere. The bookstore is located right next to the South Bridge, where you can enjoy the beautiful view of the South Bridge.
The bookstore offers a wide selection of books. Neatly arranged books and various artistic items make it a place where you can linger and forget the time. The bookstore also provides simple drinks and snacks, adding a touch of leisure and relaxation to the spring days.
We ordered the kumquat passion fruit drink and panda cheese cake recommended by the staff. The kumquat passion fruit drink is refreshing and slightly sweet and sour, perfect for the somewhat stuffy spring weather. Even more eye-catching is the cute panda cheese cake, which looks just like an adorable panda. The filling is a rich and delicate blueberry jam, making it both delicious and fun.
Bookstore: Sanlian Taofen Bookstore
Address: 2nd Floor, Tourist Center, No.6 Fuxing Street, Dujiangyan Scenic Area
Cw_life
I really didn't go to Kyoto!!! I'm in Chengdu, Chengdu!! A summer retreat paradise!!
Chengdu is just a 1.5h drive away! This Japanese-style courtyard 🏡 private hot spring guesthouse is so comfortable... I must go there once with good friends!!
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Sitting with friends in a Japanese-style courtyard
Listening to the birds and cicadas in the mountains, chatting and drinking tea 🍵 under the shade of trees
Enjoying the rare coolness and comfort 🍃
The sunlight filters through the leaves and falls on my face...
At some moment, I really wish time could stand still
From the back door trail, walking up leads to a vast green forest, it's just too beautiful...
After a rest, going back to the room to soak in a private hot spring ♨️, this is just too cozy!!!
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We came on a weekday
It's quiet with few people, there's a feeling of a secret world away from society~
😭😭 I heard that there are fireflies in the summer! I will definitely come again!!!
AbigailMcPherson67
Chengdu Travel Guide, it won't disappoint you
🥰The trip to Chengdu was simply fantastic🥰!
😎Guys, Chengdu is really a great place😎! Today, I'm going to introduce what's special about Chengdu and the must-visit attractions🤩.
First of all, you must visit Jinli👉 The ancient-style streets are filled with the unique charm of Chengdu😜.
Then, you can't miss Kuanzhai Alley👀 With all kinds of interesting shops and delicious food, you'll want to stay forever😋.
There's also Wenshu Monastery, where you can experience the solemnity and tranquility of Buddhist culture🤫.
The Leshan Giant Buddha is also a must-see👏 The huge Buddha statue is truly awe-inspiring🙏!
Finally, there's Qingcheng Mountain, with its beautiful scenery and natural oxygen bar🌳.
🤤After visiting the attractions, you can't miss the food🤤!
👉 Hotpot, the signature dish of Chengdu, is spicy and addictive😍!
👉 Chuanchuanxiang, with a variety of skewers to choose from, satisfies your taste buds🥰!
👉 Long Chao Shou, with its delicious taste, you can't stop at one😝!
👉 And rabbit head, spicy and fresh, you'll want more after eating it😜!
😏Here are some tips😏:
🔸The spiciness of Chengdu is not a joke, those who can't eat spicy food should be careful😜!
🔸 Remember to bring sunscreen and rain gear when going out, the weather is changeable, so be prepared😎!
🔸 Traffic can be congested, so allow enough time for travel🤔!
🔸 Lastly, remember to bring a good mood, Chengdu will definitely leave you with wonderful memories😘!
😜Chengdu, a city that makes you not want to leave once you arrive😜, hurry up and check it out👏!
😍The local food here is irresistible, hotpot, chuanchuanxiang, long chao shou... every bite immerses me in the taste of Chengdu😍.
🤩The attractions are also very distinctive, the ancient charm of Jinli👣, the artistic atmosphere of Kuanzhai Alley📸, all make me linger🤩.
👏The people of Chengdu are also very hospitable, making me feel the warmth of home👏.
🚇Transportation is also very convenient, you can easily get to wherever you want to go🚇.
🌳The pace of life here is very comfortable, as if time has slowed down🌳.
🤗In summary, my trip to Chengdu has left a deep impression on me, and I will definitely come back🤗!
Taste Trails
Viewing the blue tears at Dujiangyan Nanqiao
1 Transportation
To get there: Take the subway line 2 to Xipu Station, then transfer to the intercity train, and you can reach Lidui Park Station in half an hour, which is very close to Nanqiao. By car: Navigate to the Nanqiao ground parking lot
Return trip: If you want to see the blue tears at Nanqiao, buy the tickets for the last bus at 21:55 at least one day in advance, because the blue tears don't light up until about 7:30 pm
2 Sightseeing route: Right next to Lidui Park Station is the Yangtianwo Square, and across the road is the Guanxian Ancient City. After visiting the ancient city, take a taxi to the Qin Yan Tower, tour the Dujiangyan scenic area, Nanqiao, and wait for the evening to see the blue tears.
3 Photo spot tips: Walk down along the river from Nanqiao to another double-decker corridor bridge, taking photos there will be very photogenic
The most important thing is that Nanqiao is a FREE attraction, although it's crowded, it's still very suitable for a visit
elora_9304
Listen to advice! This is how to enjoy a one-day tour of Dujiangyan in Chengdu! Save time and effort!
Visitors to Chengdu must set aside a day for Dujiangyan,
where not only is there a world-famous hydraulic engineering project,
but also the soft and cute giant pandas that celebrities have visited,
as well as the artistic and retro old streets,
the super romantic Blue Tears and Nanqiao...
If it's your first time visiting Dujiangyan in Chengdu, I suggest you play like this✔
Public transportation: From Chengdu Xipu Station🚅 to Dujiangyan Lidui Park Station, the whole journey takes about half an hour, and the ticket price is 10💰; there are direct buses from major scenic spots in Chengdu to Dujiangyan
Self-driving🚗 from Chengdu city area to Dujiangyan Yangtianwo Square, the whole journey takes about 1.5 hours
One-day tour route:
Yangtianwo Square - Guanxian Ancient City - Ming City Wall - West Street - Wenmiao Street - Dujiangyan Scenic Area - Nanqiao
✔Yangtianwo Square
Right next to the Lidui Park high-speed train station, there is the super popular internet-famous giant panda🐼, even Dilraba has checked in here.
✔Guanxian Ancient City
Opposite Lidui Park is the ancient city. Enter from Xuanhua Gate, there are many snacks along the way, then you can walk to the Ming City Wall, where you can overlook the scenery of the ancient city. Moving forward is West Street, the whole route is very suitable for a city walk!
✔Wenmiao Street
Wenmiao Street is a retro old street. Most of the residents here have moved away, leaving behind many retro items, and it's quite atmospheric for taking photos.
✔Dujiangyan Scenic Area:
The Dujiangyan Scenic Area is really a must-visit, with the world-famous hydraulic engineering project, and the entire walking route has especially beautiful scenery. Recommended route: Qinyan Tower - Erwang Temple - Anlan Cable Bridge - Fish Mouth - Feisha Weir - Baopingkou - Fulong Temple.
✔Nanqiao
If you want to see the Blue Tears, wait until after dark, recently it doesn't get dark until at least eight o'clock in the evening. After visiting the Dujiangyan Scenic Area, you can go nearby for a hot pot first, and then come to see the Blue Tears when it gets dark.
ElizabethHolmes50
You must visit Chengdu at least once!
Setting out is always more meaningful than yearning.
Recommended spots to check-in in Chengdu
Mount Qingcheng, Dujiangyan, Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Town, Kuanzhai Alley.
Transportation
Airplane: Chengdu has Shuangliu International Airport and Tianfu International Airport, with numerous domestic and international flights available, convenient and fast.
Train:
- Chengdu East Railway Station and Chengdu Railway Station are the main train stations, with many trains coming and going.
City transportation:
- Subway: The Chengdu subway network is quite developed, allowing easy access to many attractions.
- Bus: There are many routes.
- Taxi/Ride-hailing: Travel is also quite convenient.
Surrounding area travel:
- For more distant attractions like Mount Qingcheng and Dujiangyan, you can choose to take a high-speed train or a coach.